What size crate for a Beagle? 24, 30 or 36 inch
AKC lists Beagles at 30 lb or less. By weight that's a 24" or 30" crate, but MidWest's breed list puts Beagles under its 36". Here's how to pick.
Short answer: most adult Beagles fit a 30-inch crate by weight. MidWest’s own breed list puts the Beagle under its 36-inch crate, so measure: if your Beagle can’t stand, turn and stretch out in a 30”, go 36”.
Key takeaways
- AKC: two size varieties. 13 in and under (under 20 lb) and 13–15 in (20–30 lb).
- MidWest weight bands: 24” for 11–25 lb, 30” for 26–40 lb, 36” for 41–70 lb.
- MidWest’s breed list names Beagle under 36”, above what weight alone suggests.
By your Beagle’s size
| AKC variety | Weight (AKC) | Crate by MidWest weight band | MidWest breed list |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 in & under | Under 20 lb | 24” | 36” |
| 13–15 in | 20–30 lb | 24” (to 25 lb) or 30” (26 lb+) | 36” |
Measure, don’t guess
PetMD says to size by measurement, not weight or breed alone. Your dog should be able to stand, turn around, sit with at least 2 inches above its head, and lie on its side with legs stretched out. If any of those is tight, go up a size.
Puppies
Buy for adult size and use the divider. MidWest’s iCrate includes a divider panel.
Sources: AKC Beagle breed page; MidWest iCrate sizing guide; PetMD crate sizing.
Terms used here
- Budget, mid, premium: picks grouped by the maker's own list price, lowest to highest. Budget is everyday basics (a crate, collars, a light harness, boots), mid is padded walking and lift-assist harnesses, premium is specialty gear (a life jacket, a car harness, travel beds). No store prices are shown.
- Chest girth: the distance around the widest part of the rib cage, just behind the front legs. Harnesses are sized by it.
- Back length: base of the neck to base of the tail. A crate should be at least 4 in longer.
- Paw width: the widest part of the front paw while standing. Boots are sized by it.
- Weight band: the weight range a crate or bed size is made for on the maker's chart.